2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 283 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Forester 1994 Subaru Legacy
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Forester Legacy
Year Released 2007 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1633 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1410 mm